CLASS II Food recall · Reported 22 Nov 2017 · FDA Enforcement Report
BrightFarms Baby Kale package) recalled by CHI Greenhouse
CHI Greenhouse is recalling BrightFarms Baby Kale package), distributed in Illinois, Virginia, Wisconsin. The recall was initiated on 20 Oct 2017 and the FDA has classified it as Class II.
Check your package
Do not eat it. Return it to the store for a refund or throw it away. If you have symptoms after eating it, contact a doctor.
Recall details
- Recall number
- F-0216-2018
- FDA event ID
- 78334
- Recalling firm
- CHI Greenhouse, Rochelle, IL
- Brand
- BrightFarms
- Classification
- Class II
- Status
- Terminated
- Recall initiated
- 20 Oct 2017
- FDA classified
- 15 Nov 2017
- Reported
- 22 Nov 2017
- Type
- Voluntary: Firm initiated
- Customers notified by
- Press Release
- Reason category
- E. coli
- Product category
- Lettuce
Timeline
| 20 Oct 2017 | Recall initiated by company | |
| 15 Nov 2017 | Classified by FDA | +26 days |
| 22 Nov 2017 | Published in enforcement report | +7 days |
Companies usually start a recall weeks before the FDA classifies and publishes it; the gap above is that lag.
Reason for recall
Bright Farms Inc. dba CHI Greenhouse LLC is initiating a voluntary recall of packaged produce due to the potential presence of E. coli.
Some strains of E. coli, such as O157:H7, produce a toxin that can cause severe stomach cramps, bloody diarrhea and, in a small number of cases, kidney failure.
Product as listed by the FDA
BrightFarms Baby Kale (3 oz. package)
Where it was distributed
Domestic: ILLINOIS, WISCONSIN Foreign: None VA/DOD: None
Questions about this recall
Why was it recalled?
Bright Farms Inc. dba CHI Greenhouse LLC is initiating a voluntary recall of packaged produce due to the potential presence of E. coli.
Which lots are affected?
Salad products packaged in clear, plastic clamshells with best by dates located on the label of the package: 10/24/2017, 10/25/2017, 10/26/2017, 10/27/2017 and 10/28/2017. BrightFarms Baby Kale (3 oz. package), UPC Code: 1115093816
Where was it sold?
Domestic: ILLINOIS, WISCONSIN Foreign: None VA/DOD: None
What should I do if I have it?
Do not eat it. Return it to the store for a refund or throw it away. If you have symptoms after eating it, contact a doctor.
What does Class II mean?
Class II means the product may cause temporary or medically reversible health problems, or the probability of serious harm is remote.
Read the official FDA notice · Source record retrieved 26 Sep 2026. The FDA describes openFDA data as unvalidated; the official notice takes precedence. This page reports the record and gives no medical advice.
Other products in this recall event
8 other products · FDA event 78334This product is part of a recall event; the main page for the event is BrightFarms Baby Arugula package) recalled by CHI Greenhouse.
| Reported | Class | Recall | Company | Reason | Where |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CLASS II | BrightFarms Baby Arugula package) recalled by CHI GreenhouseBrightFarms | CHI Greenhouse | E. coli | IL, VA, WI | |
| CLASS II | BrightFarms Bulk 3# Kale Blend recalled by CHI GreenhouseBrightFarms Bulk | CHI Greenhouse | E. coli | IL, VA, WI | |
| CLASS II | BrightFarms Baby Spinach and, and 3# packages) recalledBrightFarms | CHI Greenhouse | E. coli | IL, VA, WI | |
| CLASS II | BrightFarms Basil (. and package) recalled by CHI GreenhouseBrightFarms Basil | CHI Greenhouse | E. coli | IL, VA, WI | |
| CLASS II | BrightFarms Spring Mix and, 3# packages) recalled by CHI GreenhouseBrightFarms | CHI Greenhouse | E. coli | IL, VA, WI | |
| CLASS II | BrightFarms Baby Romaine Mix package) recalled by CHI GreenhouseBrightFarms | CHI Greenhouse | E. coli | IL, VA, WI | |
| CLASS II | BrightFarms Spinach Blend package) recalled by CHI GreenhouseBrightFarms | CHI Greenhouse | E. coli | IL, VA, WI | |
| CLASS II | BrightFarms Baby Greens Blend and package) recalled by CHI GreenhouseBrightFarms | CHI Greenhouse | E. coli | IL, VA, WI |
More recalls from CHI Greenhouse
All 9| Reported | Class | Recall | Company | Reason | Where |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Food | CLASS II | BrightFarms Baby Greens Blend and package) recalled by CHI GreenhouseBrightFarms | CHI Greenhouse | E. coli | IL, VA, WI |
| Food | CLASS II | BrightFarms Spinach Blend package) recalled by CHI GreenhouseBrightFarms | CHI Greenhouse | E. coli | IL, VA, WI |
| Food | CLASS II | BrightFarms Baby Romaine Mix package) recalled by CHI GreenhouseBrightFarms | CHI Greenhouse | E. coli | IL, VA, WI |
| Food | CLASS II | BrightFarms Spring Mix and, 3# packages) recalled by CHI GreenhouseBrightFarms | CHI Greenhouse | E. coli | IL, VA, WI |
| Food | CLASS II | BrightFarms Basil (. and package) recalled by CHI GreenhouseBrightFarms Basil | CHI Greenhouse | E. coli | IL, VA, WI |
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All 155| Reported | Class | Recall | Company | Reason | Where |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Food | CLASS I | Sysco Lettuce Chop 4/5# Sysco Lettuce Shred 1/8" 4/5# recalledSysco | Taylor Farms de Mexico S. de R.L. de C.V | Cyclospora | 27 states |
| Food | CLASS I | Cross Valley Farms Lettuce Chop 4/5# Cross Valley Farms recalledCross Valley | Taylor Farms de Mexico S. de R.L. de C.V | Cyclospora | 27 states |
| Food | CLASS I | Yum Lettuce Shredded 1/4" 6/5# Iceberg only products recalledYum | Taylor Farms de Mexico S. de R.L. de C.V | Cyclospora | 27 states |
| Food | CLASS I | Taylor Farms Lettuce Chop " 4/4# Taylor Farms Lettuce Chop recalledTaylor | Taylor Farms de Mexico S. de R.L. de C.V | Cyclospora | 27 states |
| Food | CLASS I | Markon Lettuce Chop 4/5# Markon Lettuce Shred 1/4" 4/5# recalledMarkon | Taylor Farms de Mexico S. de R.L. de C.V | Cyclospora | 27 states |